(Original post by J_89)
I can find no information about the workload at the University of Liverpool.

Is it normal or excessive?

For the social sciences and humanities, how many hours outside of class per week would you say is usual?

Is it also necessary to work in holidays for these subjects?

Advice appreciated.

It is not excessive, OP. I studied Combined Honours English and Sociology. In my first year I believe I was in class for roughly 6-8 hours a weel (it was a few years ago now, my memory is hazy). Outside of class per week, well, it depends on what kind of student you are. Sure, you could do hours and hours or you could keep it concise. Obviously workload increases in second and third year. I wouldn't worry too much about putting in tonnes of extra hours in first year, as long as you keep up with your lectures and seminars (e.g. doing the necessary reading) you will be ok.

(Original post by duckybird)
It is not excessive, OP. I studied Combined Honours English and Sociology. In my first year I believe I was in class for roughly 6-8 hours a weel (it was a few years ago now, my memory is hazy). Outside of class per week, well, it depends on what kind of student you are. Sure, you could do hours and hours or you could keep it concise. Obviously workload increases in second and third year. I wouldn't worry too much about putting in tonnes of extra hours in first year, as long as you keep up with your lectures and seminars (e.g. doing the necessary reading) you will be ok.